What a great gem! Was in Port Chalmers to do some research and needed somewhere to eat and grab a coffee. This wee place is a delight. Fantastic ginger crunch, my companion rates the BLT as the best he’s ever had, ham and cheese toastie was an upgrade on the cheap n cheerful we used to have as kids, savory scone was yum, and one of the best mochas I’ve found. Lovely service and such a cute space looking out on the main road (it’s fairly picturesque as far as main roads go, gotta say). So lovely. Definitely recommend.
Wendy Law
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January 13, 2025
Great Food and Atmosphere, but Disappointing Coffee
Union Cafe is conveniently located near the cruise port and offers a lovely vibe with excellent food. The relaxing atmosphere really stood out, making it an enjoyable place to spend time.
I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious my eggs were, and my friend’s dishes, as seen in the photos, looked and tasted fantastic as well. The food was definitely a highlight.
However, the coffee was a letdown. In my experience, coffee in New Zealand tends to be hit or miss, and unfortunately, this time it was a miss. The coffee was bitter and watery, so much so that I couldn’t finish it.
On the bright side, the outdoor seating area is cute and would be a great option if it’s not too cold.
Overall, Union Cafe is worth a visit for the food and atmosphere, but not a huge fan of the coffee.
Kaukau Karauria
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June 23, 2026
Quaint place but the chai and food was bland but the location was great.
Karagiozis
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November 11, 2023
It's a great place, cafe interior could be refreshed but it's Dunedin and it maybe the look they want. Not much in the way of hiking and could walk around the Port if you wish. Many cafes and shops around. Depending on the time you can get excellent photography shots.
It's a nice place. Need to try restaurants next time and spend a little longer. I was working in a cafe for a bit .
Mickle Manavalan Jose
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February 16, 2024
Beautiful view overlooking the port. The ambience inside is unique and can cater for larger crowds.
Coffee was excellent, probably one of the best I've had in Dunedin. There must've been a shortage of Caramel slice with the tiny pieces available, however it not lack in taste. Should've been $3.50 at the most.
My friend was disappointed that there was no cheese scone however, nonetheless he settled for a savoury scone which he said was great.
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2 George Street, Port Chalmers, Dunedin 9023, New Zealand
What a great gem! Was in Port Chalmers to do some research and needed somewhere to eat and grab a coffee. This wee place is a delight. Fantastic ginger crunch, my companion rates the BLT as the best he’s ever had, ham and cheese toastie was an upgrade on the cheap n cheerful we used to have as kids, savory scone was yum, and one of the best mochas I’ve found. Lovely service and such a cute space looking out on the main road (it’s fairly picturesque as far as main roads go, gotta say). So lovely. Definitely recommend.
Great Food and Atmosphere, but Disappointing Coffee Union Cafe is conveniently located near the cruise port and offers a lovely vibe with excellent food. The relaxing atmosphere really stood out, making it an enjoyable place to spend time. I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious my eggs were, and my friend’s dishes, as seen in the photos, looked and tasted fantastic as well. The food was definitely a highlight. However, the coffee was a letdown. In my experience, coffee in New Zealand tends to be hit or miss, and unfortunately, this time it was a miss. The coffee was bitter and watery, so much so that I couldn’t finish it. On the bright side, the outdoor seating area is cute and would be a great option if it’s not too cold. Overall, Union Cafe is worth a visit for the food and atmosphere, but not a huge fan of the coffee.
Quaint place but the chai and food was bland but the location was great.
It's a great place, cafe interior could be refreshed but it's Dunedin and it maybe the look they want. Not much in the way of hiking and could walk around the Port if you wish. Many cafes and shops around. Depending on the time you can get excellent photography shots. It's a nice place. Need to try restaurants next time and spend a little longer. I was working in a cafe for a bit .
Beautiful view overlooking the port. The ambience inside is unique and can cater for larger crowds. Coffee was excellent, probably one of the best I've had in Dunedin. There must've been a shortage of Caramel slice with the tiny pieces available, however it not lack in taste. Should've been $3.50 at the most. My friend was disappointed that there was no cheese scone however, nonetheless he settled for a savoury scone which he said was great.